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The handles are long enough to go over your shoulder and the wide base can hold a lot-and I mean a whole lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAll Big Blue Moma baskets are made by hand and as such, size and shape may vary slight from what is pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eAs these Baskets are artisan made and each is unique there is not an ability to choose patterns and colours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Stoves and Sunrooms Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50791039107303,"sku":"0204-00T","price":119.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0131\/0995\/2570\/files\/IMG_0521.jpg?v=1742315722"},{"product_id":"big-blue-moma","title":"Big Blue Moma - Round Small Two Handled basket","description":"\u003cp\u003eA two handled version of the most popular shape  this is the perfect addition to your basket collection and an excellent storage solution.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis basket is one of the more popular styles but the two handled option is new. We love this for firewood, mittens and hats by the front door or knitting by your favorite chair. The black and white goat leather handle is the signature of the collective we buy from. The elephant grass is dyed in rustic pots over a wood burning fire and the handles are sewn by the men who are employed by the collective. All baskets are woven by hand in the Bolgatanga area of Ghana, West Africa. Handles are covered with goat leather reinforcing it's construction while also adding an extra level of comfort when carrying a full load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are many, many uses for the small round baskets, tabletop storage, gift baskets and bathroom toiletries are just a few. These baskets can vary in size but are approximately 8 inches X 8 inches X 6 inches, with handles that add 1.5 inches to the height.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Big Blue Moma baskets are made by hand and as such, size and shape may vary slight from what is pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Country Stoves and Sunrooms Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50792915206375,"sku":"","price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0131\/0995\/2570\/files\/IMG_0530.jpg?v=1742315661"},{"product_id":"big-blue-moma-oval-basket-with-two-handles","title":"Big Blue Moma - Oval Basket with Two Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003eImagine your knitting project in this fabulous fair trade, stylish and sturdy Ghana Basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of African baskets are shipped flat and can be easily reshaped by submerging in water. Maintain your Ghana basket by submerging it fully once or twice a year to hydrate the grasses and tighten up the weave. These baskets are a longstanding tradition in Ghana and you will be amazed at their durability as well as their stylish appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Big Blue Moma baskets are made by hand and as such, size and shape may vary slightly from what is pictured. Dimensions are always approximate because each one is an individualized handmade work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Country Stoves and Sunrooms Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50792933982439,"sku":"","price":91.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0131\/0995\/2570\/files\/IMG_0525.jpg?v=1742315582"},{"product_id":"big-blue-moma-tulip-shape-basket-with-handles","title":"Big Blue Moma - Tulip Shape Basket with handles","description":"\u003cp\u003eTulip baskets have a certain elegance to them.  They have a very feminine cut to their profile and because they are a hard walled basket, they are useful fragile items at the market.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain your Ghana basket by submerging it fully once or twice a year to hydrate the grasses and tighten up the weave. These baskets are a longstanding tradition in Ghana and you will be amazed at their durability as well as their stylish appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Big Blue Moma baskets are made by hand and as such, size and shape may vary slightly from what is pictured. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Country Stoves and Sunrooms Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50792937292007,"sku":"","price":69.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0131\/0995\/2570\/files\/IMG_0528.jpg?v=1742315526"},{"product_id":"big-blue-moma-bread-baskets","title":"Big Blue Moma - Bread Baskets","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere are many, many uses for the bread baskets, such as a market baske, tabletop storage, gift baskets and bathroom toiletries, to name a few. These baskets can vary in size but are approximately 8 inches X 12 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Big Blue Moma baskets are made by hand and as such, size and shape may vary slight from what is pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Stoves and Sunrooms Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50792954003687,"sku":"","price":55.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0131\/0995\/2570\/files\/image1.jpg?v=1742046814"},{"product_id":"big-blue-moma-round-large-basket","title":"Big Blue Moma - Round Large Basket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis basket is one of the more popular styles. It's single or double handles and wide mouth make it a great market basket, magazine storage or fruit basket. The black and white goat leather handle is the signature of the collective we buy from. The elephant grass is dyed in rustic pots over a wood burning fire and the handles are sewn by the men who are employed by the collective. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge Round Bolga Baskets are approximately 15 inches x 11 inches \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Country Stoves and Sunrooms Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50802408980711,"sku":"","price":105.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0131\/0995\/2570\/files\/IMG_0511.jpg?v=1742315089"},{"product_id":"big-blue-moma-large-round-single-handle-basket-natures-palette","title":"Big Blue Moma - Large Round Single Handle Basket - Nature's Palette","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroducing a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and ingenuity from the heart of Bolgatanga, Ghana – our large round folding basket. These extraordinary creations are more than just baskets; they are a testament to the skill and creativity of the artisans who craft them. Handmade in the cozy confines of artisans' homes, each basket is a unique work of art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Big Blue Moma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51029266202855,"sku":"","price":109.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0131\/0995\/2570\/files\/Bolga.png?v=1749212900"},{"product_id":"big-blue-moma-small-round-basket","title":"Big Blue Moma - Small Round Basket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are many, many uses for the small round baskets, tabletop storage, gift baskets and bathroom toiletries are just a few. These baskets can vary in size but are approximately 8 inches X 8 inches X 6 inches, with a handle that adds 3.5 inches to the height.  The handle folds down, and the basket collapses for easy shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Big Blue Moma baskets are made by hand and as such, size and shape may vary slight from what is pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Big Blue Moma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51029286322407,"sku":"0102-000","price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0131\/0995\/2570\/files\/medium.jpg?v=1749226196"},{"product_id":"big-blue-moma-small-round-basket-variety-of-colors","title":"Big Blue Moma - Small Round Basket Variety of Colors","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are many, many uses for the small round baskets, tabletop storage, gift baskets and bathroom toiletries are just a few. 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It is a perfect market basket with a wide mouth and deep bottom, it holds-well-a lot of stuff! It measures\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eapproximately\u003c\/em\u003e 10 inches at its tallest and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eapproximately\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e, 9.5 inches at its widest\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(really, we mean approximately)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. The bottom is an oval and approximately 5.5 inches in diameter. The elephant grass is dyed in rustic pots over a wood burning fire and the over the shoulder long handles are sewn by the men who are employed by the collective. 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